Learn more about our products and services.
Mastering Vacuum Measurements: A Basic Guide to Cold Cathode Gauges
About the webinar
Wondering how precise measurement with Cold Cathode technology can revolutionize your work?
Register now for the INFICON Webinar "Mastering Vacuum Measurements: A Basic Guide to Cold Cathode Gauges" and dive deep into the capabilities of Cold Cathode gauges. Led by our expert Ernst Wallier, this session is designed to provide actionable insights into the technology and its wide-ranging applications.
What you’ll gain:
- A solid understanding of Cold Cathode gauge operation
- Insights into how Cold Cathode gauges serve various industries
- Key strategies to maximize efficiency in your specific applications
Take this chance to explore the potential of INFICON solutions and stay ahead in your industry.
Related webinars
short article from INFICON about how to reliably measure permeability of films and membranes using instruments from INFICON
New sniffer lines for use in ATEX zone 2, a new handprobe for the HLD6000 with improved cross-sensitivity and the XL3000FlexRC for use with remote control
Helium prices have gone up again lately in several parts of the world. Hydrogen can be a suitable alternative for many leak testing applications when used appropriately. Read our five tips on what to consider when switching from helium to hydrogen leak testing.
Time is money- this also applies to leak testing. INFICON has now introduced a new software for theLDS3000 which speeds up your testing cycles and reduces the cost of the leak testing system design– without sacrificing the reliability of your testing.
The battery market is striving for lower cost of production, higher yield and improved quality. To produce high quality batteries that are safe as well as long lasting at high yields, strict quality control throughout the production process is mandatory. INFICON offers a wide product portfolio for a variety of production applications.
Are you using water bath to leak test your products, but are not sure of which leak sizes you are finding? The Bubbleizer from INFICON helps you calculate flow into bubbles and vice versa.
The testing industry is making more and more use of BUS technology in integrated systems. As a result of customer demand, INFICON has now added ProfiBus, ProfiNet, DeviceNet and EtherNetIP capabilities to the Ecotec E3000 product line.
Chances and limitations
Industrial application, temperature compensated
Harsh process application, temperature compensated
EtherCAT, temperature compensated
Current loop, temperature compensated
Superior signal stability, temperature controlled
Superior signal stability, temperature controlled
Small footprint, temperature controlled
Small footprint, temperature controlled
High speed, temperature controlled
High speed, temperature controlled
The reference, true high precision
Absolute Switch - Accurate and reliable pressure detection
Differential Switch - Accurate and reliable pressure detection
Differential to Ambient - Safety switch for vacuum systems
Absolute pressure switch with a adjustable electrical switching contact
Miniature sensor for OEM
Miniature sensor for OEM, dual sensor
With the ELT3000 PLUS Battery Electrolyte Leak Detector, INFICON offers a unique, non-destructive leak testing solution for all Lithium-ion battery cells, including fragile pouch cells.
Specifically designed for full-time sniffing applications in demanding production Environments.
HIGH FLOW technology for highest measurement certainty and fastest throughput.
Modern leak detector for industrial use
The portable Extrima Leak Detector is the ultimate intrinsically safe instrument for leak detection in the toughest environments, including hazardous locations such as Zone 0.
Fast, reliable and robust instrument for utilities leak detection such as telecom cables and water pipes
New levels of productivity and reliability to the final leak testing of refrigerators, freezers, automotive air conditoners and similar products.
User-friendly handling, reproducibility of measuring results and integration into local networks
The ultimate in mobile vacuum leak detection designed to meet the most critical and demanding leak detection applications and in particular large volumes
Designed for the needs of leak checking in semiconductor applications
Delivers accurate, lab-quality results in minutes to make threat assessments, and decisions with confidence
renowned standard when it comes to economic helium vacuum leak testing in industrial or semiconductor environments
the only person-portable GC/MS that identifies VOCs and SVOCs. Quick, Easy, Accurate On-Site Performance
Modular leak detector, compact Performance at the Highest Level
Reliable, intelligent and repeatable platform, Optimize your production
T-Guard2 Leak Detection Sensor closes the gap between costly hard vacuum helium leak detection and low sensitivity leak testing methods like waterbath and pressure decay.
Simplify and Accelerate Gas Analysis
Web-based user interface that provides several novel benefits over traditional software.
Cost efficient forming gas or helium for accumulation leak testing, very sensitive and can detect leaks down to the 10-5 mbar∙l/s range
This accessory to Sensistor Sentrac Hydrogen Leak Detector allows you to do automatic leak testing with hydrogen tracer gas
High pressure samples, especially those containing contaminants, such as condensing aerosols, can be harmful to Micro GC Fusion. The External Sample Conditioner, or ESC, provides both a pressure reducing feature while maintaining the sample temperature at >50°C (122°F).
GC-based system that autonomously samples VOCs in water, quantifies contaminant levels and automatically alerts users if thresholds are exceeded
100% Tested for Accuracy and Reliability and needed to monitor deposition rate in situ, collect accurate measurement data, optimize PVD applications, and to automate the process when coupled with a thin film controller.
Quartz crystals are needed to monitor deposition rate in situ, collect accurate measurement data, and provide a means to analyze research applications.
Non-Invasive, Clamp-On RF Detector Delivers High-Speed Arc Detection and Clean End Point Control for higher yields and reduced Cost of Ownership
Non- Invasive, high speed, DC arc dection for real-time process control
Provide fast real-time leak detection, gas analysis, and process monitoring for semiconductor manufacturing and other markets.
ATM To Medium Vacuum Gauge - High volume standard applications
Most advanced digital Pirani technology, compact size and the variety of features.
Sustainable and reliable solution for seal inspection in Capsules, MAP- and other types of packaging.
Convection enhanced Pirani technology, compact design, higher accuracy
Enable to test and to calibrate the helium sniffer leak detector Protec P3000(XL) and XL3000flex for the highest quality demands in leak detection
Calibrated test leaks enable to test and to calibrate refrigerant sniffer leak detectors for the highest quality demands in leak detection
Calibration test leaks with gas reservoir for vacuum applications
Calibrated leaks which are capable of meeting the requirements concerning type and required leak rate
Calibrated test leaks enable to test and to calibrate refrigerant sniffer leak detectors for the highest quality demands in leak detection
Cover a wide range of leak rates to suit your specific application and include bigger leaks (Types A-C) and smaller leaks (Types E and G). Leak Type A is intended for accumulation testing only
Convection enhanced Pirani technology, higher accuracy, OLED display, RS485/RS232
Provides exceptional value by combining the best performance, quality, and features of any other quartz crystal controller
Provides exceptional value by combining the proven performance of INFICON thin film controllers with unique features, all designed for you to achieve the most from your OLED process
Advanced, Affordable Rate Control for Single and Multiple Layer Processes
Highly Accurate Sequential or Codeposition Control
Compact deposition monitor built with ModeLock technology to maximize reproducibility and uniformity with the highest thickness accuracy, best measurement resolution, and lowest rate noise
Compact deposition monitor built with ModeLock technology to maximize reproducibility and uniformity with the highest thickness accuracy, best measurement resolution, and lowest rate noise
Multi-Film Rate / Thickness Monitor with averaged sensor control capability for large systems or assigned sensor inputs for different materials
Combines the simplicity of USB connectivity with the accuracy of a precision measurement engine, all in a compact, inexpensive package
cost effective solution to high-accuracy thickness monitoring for short optical and batch coating processes
Proven reliability and durability and the best thermal stability of any sensor head on the market.
proven reliability and durability
allow crystal installation into the sensor from the side, convenient for systems with insufficient room for front load crystal installation
designed for use in critical processes where it is desirable to have a second crystal in the vacuum chamber
simple and inexpensive solution for QCM applications where one crystal may not be enough
offer proven reliability and durability and have the best thermal stability of any sensor head on the market
repeatability, precision, and durability of quartz crystal microbalance (QCM) measurement to atomic layer deposition (ALD)
designed for use in any sputtering process
CrystalSix Sensor is critical for long processes demanding continuous rate control
designed for demanding processes, employing very thick films and several different materials
SemiQCM™ SR sensor is one component of a system for precursor monitoring with the other components being an IMM-200 and FabGuard (version 19.12.00-a or higher).
Real-Time, in situ process monitoring, prevent over-etching, identify chamber clean end point
Three channel controller for passive gauges
Bayard-Alpert passive gauge heads for VGC083
Things you need to know!
Single channel controller for PGE050
Sustainable solution for process measurement, control and data log.
Cost effective pressure monitoring solution.
Connect to INFICON CDG product line to provide a 4 Digit Display
High performance quadrupole mass spectrometer
Why you cannot find relevant leaks
Flammable refrigerants in manufacturing
The essentials of tracer gas handling
How to increase efficiency
Integration and data exchange with a higher-level control system via interfaces
How does this relate to your leak testing requirements
Avoiding costly recalls
Reliable sensors for safe driving
An evolving market and leak testing standards
Multi-Purpose Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer
Basic knowledge explained easy and practice-oriented
How to determine and ensure the permissible leak tightness of your product
Intelligent solution for real-time vacuum gas monitoring
How to measure your factory performance
How to measure your factory performance
How to measure your factory performance
Pressure Control and Monitoring in SEMI ALD Processes
with Augent® OPG550
Convection enhanced Pirani technology, with DeviceNet, higher accuracy
The Pirani Gauge Enhanced 050 (PGE050) is the passive version of our active convection enhanced Pirani gauges PGE300 and PGE500.
Pirani Capacitance Diaphragm Gauge combines Pirani sensor and ceramic capacitance diaphragm sensor in one product
Based on advanced MEMS (Microelctromechanical Systems) sensor technology, Gas type independent above 2 mbar, High accuracy and reproducibility at atmosphere
Based on advanced MEMS (Microelctromechanical Systems) sensor technology, atmospheric ambient pressure measurement, Gas type independent above 2 mbar
Single Bayard Alpert sensor, measurement range from 5×10-10 mbar to 2.7×10-2 mbar, Excellent repeatability
Extreme PVD Process Monitoring Quadrupole Mass Spectrometer
Single Hot Ion gauge, OLED Display, RS485
Bayard-Alpert Pirani Combination Gauge, single hot ion filament
Process monitoring at target pressure range
Functions as two gauges in a single compact unit measuring from 5×10-10 mbar to atmosphere.
Bayard-Alpert Pirani Capacitance Diaphragm Gauge (TripleGauge®), BCG450, combines the advantages of three different technologies in a single, compact, economical package to measure process and base pressure from 5×10-10 to 1500 mbar (3.75×10-10 to 1125 Torr)
Provide real-time leak detection and endpoint detection for critical process environments
High Pressure Hot Ionization Pirani Gauge, HPG400, combines High Pressure Hot Ionization and Pirani sensors in a single, compact, economical package to measure pressure from 2×10-6 mbar to atmosphere (1.5×10-6 Torr to atmosphere)
Inverted Magnetron Vacuum Gauge is the workhorse for all vacuum measurement applications. Measurement range from 1x10-9 mbar to atmosphere.
Inverted Magnetron Vacuum Gauge is for all ultra high vacuum applications, measurement range from 5x10-11 mbar
Inverted Magnetron Pirani Gauges, measure from 5 x 10-9 mbar to atmosphere
Cold cathode passive gauge heads for VGC094 and VGC083C
support functions for all HAPSITE Chemical Identification System models
On-Site, Decision Quality Data on VOCs in Water
trace Level Quantitative VOC Analysis
identify an Expanded Range of Chemicals in Hard to Reach or Dangerous Environments
Performs Soil and Water Analysis On-Site, Decision-Quality Data On VOCs In Water, Wastewater, Soils And Solid Wastes
The Factory Dashboard is the principal operations reporting tool used by industry-leading fabs around the world.
Replaces its crystals automatically without interrupting your process, when partnered with the INFICON IC6 Thin Film Deposition Controller
Superior sensitivity and interchangeable sensors for maximum versatility.
Cloud hunting PPM display, superior sensitivity, and interchangeable sensors for maximum versatility.
Large, easy-to-read LCD display can not only pinpoint the leak location, but help quantify the leak size using the PPM reading.
Heated diode sensor for fewer false alarms with rechargeable convenience.
Easy operation and heated diode sensor for fewer false alarms.
Infrared sensor for fewer false alarms and superior sensitivity.
Simple operation and proven heated diode sensor for reliable leak checking.
Safe and easy leak checking using hydrogen forming gas.
Compact reference leak source that continuously leaks R134a, R1234yf, or R600a refrigerant for over 2 years
Simple, reliable and safe solutions for standalone constant monitoring of larger areas for most refrigerant gases.
Simple, reliable and safe solutions for standalone constant monitoring of any refrigerant gas.
Reliable measurement of refrigerant transfers in a durable, wireless package.
Industry-leading recovery rates even in the hottest conditions.
Simple operation, outstanding durability and great accuracy.
Superior accuracy, filter-protected sensor, and provide more jobsite productivity.
Two-stage rotary vane 5 CFM pump for ultimate vacuum down to 15 microns.
Versatility and flexibility for a variety of applications.
Safely detect flammable refrigerant and combustible gas leaks.
Convenient and simple operating for easy detection of carbon monoxide hazards.
The Factory Digital Twin is the most critical building block for developing a Smart factory. It collects all the real-time operations events to compute cycle time and throughput data to drive powerful applications.
Variety of Quartz Crystal Monitor (QCM) sensor feedthroughs to accommodate many QCM sensor and chamber configurations
Factory Scheduler utilizes Advanced Heuristics, Linear Programming, Optimization, and Intelligent Search Algorithms to generate a real-time optimized schedule that can be easily tuned to meet your manufacturing needs.
2.54 cm (1 in.) bolt or CF40 (2.75 in. ConFlat®) styles available, available with bored-through tube fittings
Provides straightforward instructions to operators and material handlers on the factory floor.
Leverage the historical operational data in the Digital Twin to create previously unavailable insight into Cycle Time losses.
Creates estimates of tool utilization for given starts profiles using precise factory data.
Optimally assign team members in the factory based upon current and future workloads.
Smart Fault Detection and Classification provides real time data integration and analysis to predict excursions before they happen.
Provides unparalleled capability to automatically translate collected data into meaningful information.
Supporting the Autonomous Driving Zero Defect Challenge - World’s First Smart Integrated Sampling Management System
Hydrogen has significant potential to help decarbonize our economy and to become the fuel of the future. INFICON has world-leading expertise to help make this vision a reality.
Continuously Short Delivery Times and Enhanced Features
Every second counts in the semiconductor industry and large-volume production lines. The new UL6000 Fab PLUS reduces downtimes and gives faster leak test results.
Watch these short videos and see how easily it finds leaks, how to calibrate and how to assemble the sensor in less than one minute!
Hot cathode ionization passive gauge heads for IM540
I∙ZERO enables testing in spite of fluctuating helium background
The gauge head MAG084 is a unique magnetic field resistant inverted magnetron cold cathode gauge designed to operate with the Vacuum Gauge Controller VGC094.
Pirani passive gauge heads for VGC094
Mini hot ion Bayard-Alpert passive gauge head for VGC083
The new standard of ionization vacuum gauge.
Predict your factory shipments based on current and historical factory states, broken down by future weeks.
Enhanced Tool Performance (ETP) state logic combines traditional E10 tool centric data with WIP States to provide a comprehensive view of fab operational losses not visible with traditional reporting.
VGC094 is a prestigious solution for vacuum process measurement, control and data log.
Versatile hot cathode ionization passive gauge controller
The Ion Reference gauge Controller IRC081 and its user interface are an operating and display interface to the standardized Ion Reference Gauge IRG080.
Easy with the new Sentrac Leak Detector
The next generation of high-speed inline leak testing of battery cells
The tracer gas leak detection method helps finding smaller leaks much quicker, than the soap spray conventional method.
Provide real-time leak detection, endpoint detection and process monitoring for cutting-edge semiconductor manufacturing processes and other gas analysis applications
ATM to Ultra High Vacuum hot cathode gauge
Reliable leak detection in packaging production will reduce the risk of failures.
Interview with Fredrik Enquist
Versatile leak detection for your non-traditional applications
Overcoming Complex Challenges to Protect People and the Environment
Increased stability, better thickness accuracy and time saved
Advanced process expert for Single Pressure ALD/CVD and Etch.
Advanced process expert for Multi-Pressure ALD/CVD and Etch.
Detect HFCs, A2Ls, A3s and CO2 with the same tool
Optimize your combustion efficiency
The Ion Reference Gauge IRG080 sets a new standard within the vacuum ion gauges category.
Exhibition participation
How simple moves make a big impact
The Imperative of Accurate Leak Testing for Electric Vehicle Batteries and Fuel Cells
Leak testing is an essential part of quality control for many automotive components of traditional and electric cars, as well as battery cells.
Our new Gas Analyzer. Product introduction, availability, successful implementations of pre-production systems
With the new I-Guide3D 350 scanner
ATM to Ultra High Vacuum DualGauge
Portable, easy-to-use refrigerant identification
Reliable, integrated refrigerant identification for RRR machines
ATM to Ultra High Vacuum TripleGauge®
Medium to Ultra High Vacuum SingleGauge
The latest Precision Vacuum Measurement Solution.
How to automate your manual process easily
Technical consideration of a test leak, test leak applications, Certifications
INFICON and CERN Explore Collaboration
INFICON Receives R&D 100 Award for the Ion Reference Gauge IRG080
Easy and efficient hydrogen sniffing leak testing
A common way to test hermetically sealed parts is helium bombing. Parts are stored in a high pressure helium atmosphere for a period of time and tested for escaping helium with a vacuum leak detector.
The consumption of helium influences the cost of operation and many users are looking for ways to save helium in vacuum leak testing.
Sodium-ion battery cells are a trending topic, as sodium-ion technology offers some advantages over the established lithium-ion approach.
Accurate robotic leak detection on refrigerators with 3D scanner
Elevating Leak Detection through Intelligent Panel Mounting
Economical leak detection without the loss of expensive refrigerant.
For all jobs, big or small
INFICON receives recognition for Production Support and ESG Collaboration
In collaboration with ETH Zurich's Robotic Systems Lab, we are working on a project named ARAMMIS – Autonomous Robots for Area Mapping, Monitoring, and In-situ Sensing.
Overview on research projects with partners like NASA and ETH Zurich on future technology. We strive to advance innovation and push technological boundaries.
As experts in gas sensing and vacuum measurements in many industries including semiconductor, energy and security, our teams are always looking for the “what’s next” in innovation.
A new future proof Hot Ion Gauge generation from INFICON
Big performance, small size
Advanced controller for process measurement and data recording.
New Feature for Faster Cycle Times and Cost Savings
with Micro GC Fusion®
Expedition in the South Atlantic: On the trail of emissions from the seabed
How to safely search for leaks in aircraft fuel tanks
SMART-Spray, I·BOOST and SPRAY-Check
SL3000EX Sniffer Line now certified
The significance of proper leak testing techniques
On February 27, 2024, INFICON celebrated the opening of its new Global Application Center in Guangzhou, P.R. China, following an eight-month project timeline.
Building on the success of the ELT3000 PLUS we will introduce the ELT Vmax leak detector, a specialized device designed for integration into leak testing systems for industrial mass production of battery cells.
Formal release of the EcoBoost feature (formerly known as I·Zero 3.0)
Accurate leak detection plays a vital role in maintaining optimal conditions and to meet the challenges of the semiconductor industry.
Learn about INFICON's Capacitance Diaphragm Gauges for precise and reliable vacuum process monitoring, featuring easy integration.
Inline leak testing for the mass production of battery cells
A Basic Guide to Capacitive Vacuum Gauges
I-Guide3D 350 Scanner: Maximum Precision for Fully Automated Leak Test Systems
INFICON Smart solutions are pivotal in shaping the future of the semiconductor industry.
EX-certified Instruments for safe leak detection
Analyzing Tool States and Idle Time to Identify Capacity Bottlenecks
Enhancing Tool Dispatching Efficiency
QCM use in the semiconductor industry for processes like ALD, E-beam, resistive source and sputtering.
A Collaboration with the University of Rhode Island
Maximize Efficiency in full automated battery mass production
Comprehensive Training session on innovative leak detection solutions.
We are proud to offer a full line of A2L-tested and certified tools you can have confidence in.
How implementing an electronic leak detector can help
Revolutionizing leak testing in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning (RAC) systems with cutting-edge robotic technology.
Quartz crystal microbalance (QCM) technology has been used for decades to control deposition rate and thickness for the most complex processes seen in the ophthalmic, optical, display, and solar markets. INFICON has recently made a new advancement in QCM technology to address a problem seen across all of these industries related to QCM temperature effects. Thermal shock can cause QCM thickness errors which can decrease yield and increase manufacturing costs if temperature is not accounted for correctly.
Temperature impacts the frequency measurement and can create false mass readings. Thin film deposition controllers currently on the market have no good way of distinguishing frequency shifts related to mass from frequency shifts related to temperature, resulting in thickness errors and poor PID control. This can be detrimental to complex coating processes due to the low deposition rates and incredibly thin layers required. Thermal shocks can occur at any point in a deposition process and can cause unnecessary PID-loop corrections, triggering non-uniform deposition in respect to time. This means that the quality throughout the bulk of the material is inadequate. For very thin films, the thickness termination may not be at the real intended thickness because the process time window is small compared to the time allowed for a QCM to recover from a thermal shock event.
INFICON has patented a new temperature compensation technique for SC-cut crystals to remove the effects of temperature variation on the QCM without the need for additional hardware or custom and expensive sensors.
Please join us for the ‘Temperature Compensation for QCMs’ webinar, hosted by Sheldon Wayman, Product Engineer for INFICON Inc.
Prevent refrigerant losses through accurate leak detection
Groundbreaking method for testing filled lithium-ion and sodium-ion battery cells with ELT3000 PLUS and ELT Vmax leak detectors, using a patented direct electrolyte leak testing technique.
New Euro 7 Standard passed by the European Parliament.
Reducing production cost thanks to the EcoBoost function for LDS3000 leak detector.
INFICON EDC expands its facility to bring the highest standards of quality assurance to advanced manufacturers worldwide.
New Generation User Software
We as a leader in vacuum technology, play a crucial role in advancing semiconductor manufacturing, offering unparalleled precision that shapes the future of the electronics industry.
Redefining the Future of Leak Detection in Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
Nearly all semiconductor fabs hold a daily fab status meeting. This article explores, "What elements makeup an effective daily fab status meeting?"
The intelligent helium spray-gun for all leak detectors of the UL Family
$40 Million Federal Funding to Transform Upstate NY into the "Semiconductor Superhighway," Boosting Innovation and Workforce Development
Next level leak detection: Easy handling and faster results with our SMART add-ons for the UL Leak Detectors Series.
Introducing EtherCAT and PROFINET Interfaces
Visualize, Monitor, and Control the Subfab
Integration of Advanced Sensing Systems
Smart essentials for intelligent leak detection
FabTime® provides a standardized system for factory personnel across diverse teams to efficiently monitor KPIs, identify opportunities for improvement, and quickly answer questions about factory operations.
Sensistor® Sentrac® and BM1000 module
Understanding the I-Guide Feature in Sensistor® Sentrac® Hydrogen Leak Detector
For Perovskite Solar Processes, ModeLock controllers provide increased productivity, while the higher resolution of the ModeLock controller can better support the process control requirements for the next generation of solar cells.
Introducing PROFINET Interfaces
If the air conditioning fails, the EV stops. The failure of an air conditioning system in a car is frustrating and can lead to high costs
Water cooling in new electric and fuel cell drive trains.
Billions of components, subassemblies and assembled vehicles are tested for leakage every year in the automotive industry. For each leak test, a leak rate test specification must be set.
Accurate, Effective Scheduling, and Decision Visibility
Introduction to the three factors tool utilization variability, and number of qualified tools per tool group and ways to influence them for cycle time improvement.
The reasons for this impact, its magnitude using our Operating Curve Spreadsheet tool & concrete suggestions for mitigating the problem.
And why fabs should consider G2G as a metric for tracking progress.
Improving fab cycle time by making operational changes have a high value. These improvements center on reducing variability to move to a more favorable operating curve.
The impact of one-of-a-kind tools on fab cycle time, and ways to manage and improve cycle time in their presence
How to estimate the potential cycle time improvement from different strategies to determine what will have the greatest benefit.
Concrete operational recommendations for wafer fabs to improve cycle time and productivity
A discussion of queue time limits in fabs, why they are challenging to manage, and how to minimize their impact
This article introduces several metrics for predicting, based on current performance, the future cycle time of lots in the factory.
Discussion of fab complexities like equipment downtime that are commonly reported as having a significant impact on cycle time
Addressing which performance improvement recommendations are more relevant for 300mm wafer fabs vs. 200mm fabs
Addressing the details of a new metric for capturing the impact of front-of-the-line hot lots on regular lot cycle time
Why fabs should provide training for people who work in manufacturing on the fundamental drivers of cycle time
Well-chosen equipment reliability metrics can help communication between fabs and equipment suppliers and drive cycle time improvement
The Importance of Accurate Tracer Gas Handling
A closer look at CalMate, the test leak adapter for automatic calibration
CrystalSix and Crystal 12 are rotary Quartz Crystal Monitors utilized in OLED, Solar and Semiconductor applications, to name a few. QCMs like these also sometimes require user troubleshooting and maintenance to ensure good connectivity as well as crystal positioning within the aperture. During this webinar you will learn about the CrystalSix and Crystal12 and best practices to troubleshoot and maintain them.
Captures the portion of utilization that drives cycle time at the tool level by distinguishing between standby time with WIP waiting and standby time when no WIP is waiting.
8 Tips and Tricks from Our Leak Detection Experts
Volcanic eruptions are among the most impressive natural phenomena, capable of drastically altering landscapes and posing threats to both humans and wildlife. To improve the prediction of such events, INFICON has been working since June 2022 with international research institutions on the Italian islands of Vulcano and Stromboli.
A well-configured FDC system requires intimate knowledge of processes, equipment, and failure modes as well as a concerted effort to setup and maintain the system. Even when it is fully set up, it is only as good as the fault conditions that have already been conceived.
INFICON Inc. and Oneida Research Services, Inc. (ORS) are pleased to announce a strategic partnership aimed at ensuring the continued service and support for the CHLD Pernicka 700H helium leak detector.
INFICON is proud to announce the launch of a new global Data Science Team to centralize and expand its AI-focused initiatives in the Smart Manufacturing space.
Following the success of FDC solutions in front-end wafer processing, several semiconductor manufacturers have chosen to implement FDC in their back-end wafer assembly processes.
Support for dual probes with AP29ECO
In-house exhibition at our Cologne headquarters, welcoming system integrators from across Europe.
In the early days of semiconductor manufacturing, "scheduling" meant teams of people poring over lot lists and routes discussing how to run WIP for the day.
INFICON FabTime is proud to unveil AskJen, an innovative AI-powered expert chat feature designed to provide 24/7 access to advanced insights into semiconductor operations.
Compact Process Expert for Advanced Process Monitoring
Join us at our battery seminar in India to delve deeper into the methodologies, technologies, and advancements in leak testing for lithium-ion battery cells.
Discover how industry leaders are leveraging cutting-edge solutions to enhance the safety, performance, and reliability of these vital energy storage systems.
Together, let's pave the way for a safer and more efficient energy future.
Product Introduction and Benefit
The Metrology Sampling Optimizer (MSO) is designed to handle baseline metrology sampling using either time or percentage rules. Beyond baseline sampling, rules may be configured to handle event-based sampling.
Part of the next generation of INFICON Zevision deposition controllers which offer new patented technology needed for today’s optical coaters
In this article, we introduce The Waddington Effect, a condition in which doing scheduled maintenance can sometimes cause a short-term increase in unscheduled downtime. We discuss whether the Waddington Effect contradicts our advice to separate maintenance events rather than grouping them, as well as how to generate and use Waddington Effect Plots.
Leak Detection with Tracer Gas
If vehicles are supposed to move autonomously or semi-autonomously, they must be equipped with a variety of sensors and electronic components called Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
Ecotec 4000: New generation multi-gas sniffer leak detector with high gas flow.
This article talks about why good cycle time matters for semiconductor wafer fabs, why good cycle time is difficult to achieve, and what fab managers should do at a high level to improve it. We believe that a three-pronged approach is necessary to improve fab cycle times.
The FabTime newsletter welcomes the opportunity to share announcements of interest to the wafer fab operations community, including conference announcements, calls for papers, and product news.
This forum is a companion to the FabTime cycle time newsletter. We have subscriber discussion this month about how equipment suppliers can help fabs to maximize productivity, what tool state to use for engineering lots, and the December issue on The Waddington Effect.
Leak detection results directly in the user’s hand
Powering Space Exploration through Lunar Gas Detection
Insights from a Leak Detection Expert
We welcome professionals in battery manufacturing, quality assurance, and R&D to a free seminar in India on Leak Testing in Lithium-Ion Battery Manufacturing.
We have been recognized with the prestigious Excellent Partner Award from KOKUSAI ELECTRIC.
The rapid rise of rechargeable batteries in electric vehicles, renewable energy storage, and portable electronics has driven the demand for advanced manufacturing technologies.
Although every fab seems to define moves differently, we believe that a consistent industry definition offers value. While fabs are unlikely to change existing definitions, we propose a clear, supplemental metric: value-added completes.
This forum is a companion to the FabTime newsletter. We have subscriber discussion about the relative impact of variability for bottleneck and non-bottleneck tools; balancing turns goals; metrics for WIP linearity; hot lot impact on cycle time; and operator constraints.
Enabling Smarter, Faster Access to Critical Product Knowledge for Semiconductor Manufacturers
Why Sentrac’s Hydrogen Sensor Stands Out in Locating Leaks
QMG 800 Analytical Mass Spectrometer – Surpass detection limits and elevate your process to new heights of innovation
How to accurately detect leaks on mobile phone housings
Available in most countries across Europe with free shipping available for orders exceeding a small minimum amount.